Dolly Parton - Silver Dagger

"Silver Dagger", also known as "Katy Dear" is an American folk ballad. It likely traces its roots to the British Isles of late 19th century, though possibly much earlier; the first published version appeared in 1907. This tune has been covered by many, including, but not limited to, Bob Dylan, The Eagles, and, of course, Dolly Parton. Parton's cover was recorded and released on her album entitled, The Grass is Blue, released in October of 1999.


Lyrics may be found at:
http://www.cowboylyrics.com/lyrics/parton-dolly/silver-dagger-7806.html

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[snakemansnakes1]

One of my favourites too! I was over the moon with the whole collection on "The Grass Is Blue" I still think it's one of Dolly's finest works. Great posting, Many thanks, hope you don't mind me sliding it across to my Facebook account? ! As you mention this is a haunting song.. I love the ending where the music carries on for a while too.

[baygrl518]

@snakemansnakes1

Agreed. The tail-end of the track adds to the sorrow and ache of the lyrics. Dolly's recording is my favorite by far.

[20LookInside12]

Love this version. Used to listen to my Mom's Joan Baez's album, but I like this version so very much... May just have to cover this in my own band. Thanks so much for posting, and also for just leaving an awesome shot of Dolly, not some cheesy video haha.. Thanks!

[baygrl518]

@20LookInside12

You're welcome. Dolly's version is so haunting. Love the backing vocals. Love the Dobro. Love Dolly.

[bluesman32783]

the celtic influences are overwhelming

[baygrl518]

@bluesman32783

Absolutely. This ballad has an immense amount of history behind it and is still in use today.

[k4man123]

Probably my favorite version of this ballad. She has this trademark warmth and delicacy that she brings to so many ballads like Jolene and I Will Always Love You.

The Baez version sounds shrill by comparison, the tone is too high and the voice too thin for the material. This is heart breaking material that needs that tear-in-the-throat deliverence.

[MyAlberto59]

Dolly is good...but Joan Baez is incomparable

[Cardelaneous]

My favorite Dolly Parton recording.

[UncleCharlieOakley]

Stunning performance.